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Non-voters and local elections in Indonesia: a growing trend?

Author

Laksamana, Evan A.

Margaretha, Hazelia

Date of Issue

2008-08-12

School

S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies

Abstract

Trends from local and national elections in Indonesia for the past indicate a growing number of non-voters. This preliminary analysis contends that, first, voters are bored with the political game; second, various candidates are seen as redundant, and third, image politics will remain a significant factor in the upcoming general elections.